Violent storms buffeting western Germany on Friday killed at least one man and injured about 40 people, 10 of them seriously, when an apparent tornado raked several towns, police and…
Turkey Wants Attention from Biden, Experts Say
Turkey’s President Recep Tayyip Erdogan has again said his country will oppose applications by Finland and Sweden to join NATO unless his security conditions are met. Analysts say Erdogan may…
Every Crime has a Face, Says Ukrainian Journalist Hunting War Criminals
Before the Russian invasion, Ukrainian journalist Dmitry Replyanchuk spent his days unearthing corruption, often among judges and law enforcement. Now the Kyiv-based journalist who works for the independent media website…
Russian Artists Flee Country Amid Clampdown on Opposition to Ukraine War
Theater director Mikhail Durnenkov and actor Aleksey Yudnikov are both longstanding enemies of the Kremlin. For decades, their performances have parodied the Russian government and its leader, President Vladimir Putin,…
New French Government To Be Announced Friday: Presidency
France’s new government lineup will be announced later on Friday, the presidency said, with the new Cabinet set to meet on Monday. The announcement came four days after Elisabeth Borne,…
In Paris, Green Forum Traces More Durable Footprint for the Planet
People suffering from eco-anxiety — the fear of environmental catastrophe — may get a boost from a green forum in Paris this week. Gathering hundreds of eco-entrepreneurs, companies and activists,…
1955 Mercedes Sells For Record $143 Million: Sotheby’s
A 1955 Mercedes-Benz, one of only two such versions in existence, was auctioned off earlier this month for a whopping $143 million, making it the world’s most expensive car ever…
Latest Developments in Ukraine: May 20
For full coverage of the crisis in Ukraine, visit Flashpoint Ukraine. The latest developments in the conflict between Russia and Ukraine. All times EDT: 2:01 a.m.: Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky says…
Memorial Celebrating WWII Alliances Resonates as Ukraine War Simmers
More than 70 years ago the United States launched a massive reconstruction effort to help rebuild Europe following the end of the Second World War. This week, U.S. Treasury Secretary…
US Senate Overwhelmingly Approves More Ukraine Aid
The U.S. Senate completed congressional action Thursday on a new $40 billion aid package for Ukraine, overwhelmingly approving it and sending the measure to President Joe Biden for his expected…
Biden Supports Sweden, Finland’s Bids to Join NATO
President Joe Biden on Thursday enthusiastically welcomed Sweden and Finland’s bids to join the NATO security alliance — a move that would bring two of Europe’s most modern militaries right…
Russia: 1,730 Ukrainian Troops Have Surrendered in Mariupol
Russia’s Defense Ministry said Thursday hundreds more Ukrainian soldiers had surrendered at the besieged Azovstal steel plant in Mariupol, bringing the total this week to 1,730. The International Committee of…
Monkeypox Spreads in Europe; US Reports Its First Case
The Massachusetts Department of Public Health on Wednesday said it had confirmed a single case of monkeypox virus infection in a man who had recently traveled to Canada. The U.S.…
Latest Developments in Ukraine: May 19
For full coverage of the crisis in Ukraine, visit Flashpoint Ukraine. The latest developments in the conflict between Russia and Ukraine. All times EDT: 1:40 a.m.: Amnesty International continues…
US Senate to Vote on Ukraine Aid
The U.S. Senate is set to vote Thursday on a $40 billion aid package for Ukraine. The measure includes money for military equipment, training and weapons for Ukraine, replenishing stocks…
Jailing of Georgian Media Owner Sends ‘Bad Message’
The jailing of a politician turned media owner sends a “bad message” from Georgia about the country’s commitment to press freedom and Western ideals, international bodies and rights groups say.…
Russian Soldier Pleads Guilty to Killing Ukrainian Civilian
A 21-year-old Russian soldier pleaded guilty Wednesday to killing an unarmed Ukrainian civilian in the first war crimes case Kyiv has brought since the Russian invasion three months ago. Sergeant…
Families Scattered as Mariupol Falls to Russian Forces
After months of siege, Russia is taking control of Ukraine’s strategic port city, Mariupol, and aid workers say they do not know how many civilians remain. VOA’s Heather Murdock reports…
Amid War, Ukraine Is Trying to Save Its Cultural Artifacts From Destruction
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Turkey’s Erdogan Says He Opposes NATO Membership for Sweden, Finland
Veto-wielding NATO member Turkey is voicing opposition to Sweden and Finland joining the alliance, with Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan telling reporters Friday he does not positively view the countries’…
EU Says Talks With Iran ‘Positive Enough’ to Reopen Nuclear Negotiations
The EU’s foreign policy chief said on Friday that he believed there had been enough progress during consultations between his envoy and Iranian officials in Tehran this week to relaunch…
Detention of WNBA’s Griner in Moscow Extended for 1 Month
The lawyer for WNBA star Brittney Griner said Friday her pre-trial detention in Russia has been extended by one month. Griner’s lawyer Alexander Boikov told The Associated Press he believed…
Death Toll in Slovenia Factory Blast Rises to 6
A worker hurt in an explosion at a chemical factory in Slovenia has died from his injuries, bringing the total number of people killed in the accident to six, local…
US Senator Delays $40 Billion Aid Package to Ukraine
U.S. Senator Rand Paul Thursday blocked a vote on a $40 billion aid package for Ukraine, slowing U.S. efforts to quickly deliver more help to Ukraine as it battles a…